2001 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M3 (330 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | A 109 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 138 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |